Archive for May 8th, 2008

SentriLock Enters New Agreements to Install Lockbox Technology

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-SentriLock, a provider of electronic lockbox solutions for the real estate industry, announced that it has entered into agreements with the Honolulu Board of Realtors®, the Chicago Association of Realtors and six neighboring suburban associations, as well as six boards and associations in the greater Denver area. …

RE/MAX Named Top 10 Military Spouse Employer

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-For the second year in a row, RE/MAX International, Inc. has been honored as a Top Ten Military Spouse Friendly Employer by Military Spouse magazine. The annual list is a “who’s who” of large corporations which have made the greatest effort and have had the greatest success …

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Appoints Advisory Board Members

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has named John D’Ambrogio of Rubloff, Inc. (IL) as chairperson of its Advisory Council. D’Ambrogio, is senior vice president/director of Operations & Relocation Services for Rubloff, Inc. and has an extensive background in real estate and relocation. Joining him on …

Fidelity National Real Estate Solutions’ DocCentral Receives Award for Technology Excellence

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008– Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (NYSE:FNF), a Fortune 500 provider of products, services and technology solutions to the financial and real estate industries, announced that DocCentralTM, Fidelity National Real Estate Solutions′ (FNRES) new non-proprietary document management platform, has received the 2008 Clareity Award for Technology Excellence.

The recognition, …

3 Tips to Make the Most Out of Online Social Networks

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-Small business executives are experts at hyper-tasking. While it’s great to be your own boss, you have customers to keep happy and vendors to pay, which can leave little time to be strategic, uncover new leads and grow your business. Social networking sites are great for reconnecting …

How to Install a Patio Yourself

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

By Alan J. Heavens

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-(MCT)-Interlocking concrete pavers make it possible for even first-time do-it-yourselfers to install patios and walkways. Concrete is more malleable than brick or stone, so it’s easier to cut and fit. But even if you hire a contractor, having some knowledge of the basics beforehand …

Tampa Real Estate - Area Housing Recovery Forecast

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

By Jerome R. Stockfisch

RISMEDIA, May 9, 2008-(MCT)-A top real estate economist offered shell-shocked Tampa Realtors a hint of optimism Wednesday, saying the Bay area housing market should begin to improve in the second half of the year.

Home sales and prices, which have been battered in recent months, should stabilize and …

Achieving Greater Satisfaction with One-Stop Real Estate Shopping

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Commentary by Ken Trepeta

RISMEDIA, May 10, 2008-The National Association of Realtors® and Harris Interactive recently partnered to conduct a public opinion study of consumer preferences when it comes to real estate services. In January, Harris surveyed over 1,400 recent and future home buyers. The last major survey of this type …

Practical Applications - Using Facebook Applications to Sell Homes

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Neighborhoods is a growing application that certainly drew my attention to real estate in my neighborhood that I would have otherwise not seen. Exploring Facebook applications may be a key to real estate marketing on this social network giant.

Tips for Selling Your Home

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

If you are about to sell your home you should look at this article. You will get tips that can help you to get the best price.